TECHNOLOGY SUMMARY

The LIBS sensor identifies elemental compositions of solids and liquids in the field, in real-time- essential for producing the nation’s energy while protecting the environment. LIBS enhances research of domestic sources of rare earth elements and enables sensing and monitoring of chemical processes, assuring effective carbon storage and groundwater quality.

AREA/MATURITY/AWARDS

Primary Application Area: Electronics, Sensors, Communications

Technology Development Status: Prototype

Technology Readiness Level: TRL 6

Vetted Programs/Awards: 2019 R&D 100 Award “Laser induced breakdown spectroscopy subsurface monitoring tool” (TRL 4 at the time)
2013 Gamechanger Award, 3rd Annual Energy and Innovation Conference, Pittsburgh, PA (TRL 2-3 at the time)
Four (4) patents: U.S. Patents 8,786,840; 9,297,696; 9,548,585; and 10,145,737

SHOWCASE SUMMARY

Organization Type: Academic/Gov Lab

Website: https://netl.doe.gov/

Showcase Booth #: Booth 308

MARKET KEYWORDS

Market Keywords: Monitoring, Subsurface, Power Plant, Water, Rare Earth Elements, Environment, Carbon Storage, Instrumentation